Ocean breezes, warm water and relaxing beaches are just a few things for visitors to enjoy while staying in Falmouth. Once a major center for shipbuilding, whaling and agriculture, Falmouth is now a key departure and connecting point for ferries headed to Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket. The Falmouth Historical Society Museum features manicured gardens and two houses—the Julia Wood House and the Conant House—that contain a variety of period furnishings and historic items. Many opportunities for recreation are also based out of Falmouth, including deep sea fishing, kayaking and canoeing. West of Falmouth is South Cape Beach State Park, which features over a mile of white sand beach, walking trails and interpretive programs in the summer. A tradition for over 130 years, Barnstable County Fair is an annual summer event with livestock shows, arts and crafts displays, a family circus, live music, amusement rides and more.